Let us recall, on May 29 - in the evening hours a tragic cruise on the Danube took place - in Budapest, Hungary. The Hableany ship sank. There were as many as 35 people on board, of which 33 were tourists from South Korea, and 2 were the ship's crew. The tragedy happened close to the Hungarian Parliament. Hableany hit the rescue unit as it passed. The wreck was found near the Margaret Bridge. 7 people died. 21 are missing.
A tragic cruise on the Danube - a series of mishaps ...
Viking Cruises is registered in Switzerland, where Torstein Hagen lives - a Norwegian billionaire, shipowner and company owner. Unfortunately, this is not the first such traumatic situation. To the cruise company Viking Cruises the "Viking Sky" ferry, which was involved in the accident on the Hustadvika line (in the Møre og Romsdal district) in March, also belongs. A month later - in early April, another collision took place. The vessel "Viking Idun" collided with a tanker in the Netherlands.
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The first charges were brought ...
The tragic Danube voyage did not go unnoticed. The wanted persons are guilty of this incident. On Thursday evening, Hungarian police reported that the captain of the cruise ship "Viking Sigyn" had been arrested. He is suspected of actions leading to the accident. The ship's crew was called for questioning. Undoubtedly, this incredible tragedy will have a negative impact on the interest in these cruises. Tourists are already afraid of excursions.
Danube cruise - the most important attraction of Budapest
Danube cruises are undoubtedly one of the most important tourist attractions during your stay in Budapest. People boarding the ship during the cruise can admire the wonderful panorama of Budapest, the most important buildings, such as the building of the Hungarian Parliament. Will tourists now have the courage to go on a cruise?
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